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Library director asks for more digital materials, website hosting and AV upgrades
Summary
The library requested increased funding for downloadable materials, website hosting and software licenses, replacement printers and AV improvements (including a 100‑inch screen) and listed building repairs such as children's hall work and new carpet.
The library director presented a budget that keeps most lines stable but shifts funds toward digital services and maintenance, citing long hold queues and aging facility infrastructure. The director said downloadables and digital licensing are in high demand and asked the court to absorb website hosting and maintenance costs into the library budget to ensure continuity.
“The last report I ran showed 7,303 holds. And an average wait time of 133 days for our patrons,” the director said when describing demand, and later asked for AV and equipment upgrades, including a 100‑inch screen and replacement of worn community‑room chairs. The director also noted a quote of roughly $20,000 to replace fabric walls in the children's area and asked to plan that work next year.
